The UK House of Commons has announced it will start serving halal and kosher meals at the parliamentary cafeteria from March 30, following a request from Muslims and Jewish members.
The step will be on a trial basis for three months. If successful, with enough demand for the meals, the measure will be put in place permanently.
The decision came into action earlier this week, following a joint letter with the request from Jewish Labour MP Charlotte Nicols and Muslim Labour MP Zarah Sultana.
Absolutely delighted to hear that Kosher and Halal food will soon be available as a trial in the House of Commons, following a joint letter from @zarahsultana and myself- supported by colleagues of all faiths and none across the House.
— Charlotte Nichols (@charlotte2153) March 12, 2020
Great news for Members, staff and visitors! pic.twitter.com/z56nmJXR9q
There are currently 19 Muslim MPs in the House of Commons, the UK parliament's lower chamber, as well as other parliamentary staff and workers of the same faith who will benefit from this decision.
The cafeteria will serve halal/ kosher sandwiches and hot meals for £5.25 (DH24) during the trial. The menu of the meals has not been shared yet.
